The effects of kiwifruit supplementation on neutrophil and sperm function in young adult males low in vitamin C: implications for immunity and fertility

Completed

• Conditions: Immunity; Fertility; Inflammatory and Immune System - Normal development and function of the immune system; Reproductive Health and Childbirth - Fertility including in vitro fertilisation; Diet and Nutrition - Other diet and nutrition disorders

• Registration Number: ACTRN12613000989741
• Lead Sponsor: niversity of Otago, Christchurch

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2013-09-05
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2020

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Completed
• Sex: Male
• Target Recruitment: 18

Inclusion Criteria

Male aged 18-35 years
Non-smoker
Plasma vitamin C <50 umol/L
Residing in Christchurch for the duration of the study

Exclusion Criteria

allergy/intollerance to kiwifruit
recent smoker (within previous year)
taking vitamin C supplements (within past 3 months)
taking prescription medication (within past 3 months)
excessive alcohol consumption (>21 std drinks/week)
high fruit and vegetable consumption (>5 servings/d)
diabetes mellitus
bleeding disorgers
fainting due to fear of needles

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified